Steelers release veteran safety Darnell Savage, sign Rayshawn Jenkins
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 11:17 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced the release of safety Darnell Savage on August 2, 2026, to sign veteran safety Rayshawn Jenkins. Savage had started 83 of 97 games during his seven-year NFL career, most recently appearing in 12 games last season for three different teams. The decision to part ways with Savage early in training camp surprised analysts, given his experience. Jenkins, who played 17 games with the Cleveland Browns last season, brings depth to the Steelers' secondary as they begin preparations for the upcoming NFL season.
- •Darnell Savage released by the Steelers on August 2.
- •Rayshawn Jenkins signed to bolster the secondary.
- •Savage started 83 of 97 career games.
- •Jenkins has played 139 games in nine NFL seasons.
- •Analysts describe the move as surprising early in training camp.
- 11:17 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers Surprisingly Cut 7-Year Veteran Safety
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